Tree Planting Case Study

Which region's forests are mentioned as being affected by wildfires in the case study?

• Eastern United States

• Western United States

• Southern United States

• Northern United States

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

In addition to rising fire size and severity, what other events are on the rise? Select ALL that apply.

• temperatures

• rainfall

• forest fuels

• oxgen levels

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Between which years did wildfires in the West double in total size?

• 1990-2005

• 2000-2015

• 2010-2020

• 1985-2000

What is the average number of acres burned annually in the last decade due to wildfires?

• 5.2 million acres

• 6.8 million acres

• 7.5 million acres

• 8.3 million acres

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

The increase in wildfires has negative consequences to the health of national forests, wildlife and...

• drinking water

• ocean diversity

• technology economy

• farmland

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

​ (a)   carbon dioxide moves into the​ (b)   through trees and plants.

• Biospheric
• atmosphere
• Atmospheric
• biosphere

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS1-6

What is the goal of partner agencies in enhancing national forests over the next 10 years?

• Increase reforestation rates on 1.3 million acres

• Decrease reforestation rates

• Maintain current reforestation rates

• None of the above.

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NGSS.HS-LS2-7

What is one of the primary tools used by the US Forest Service to address forest risks?

• Increasing tree density

• Reducing hazardous fuels

• Planting flowers

• Building fences.

According to NASA, what percentage of land use policy increased forest cover in southern China?

• 5 to 10 percent

• 10 to 20 percent

• 20 to 30 percent

• 30 to 40 percent

What is a drawback to the tree planting strategy to combat global warming?

• Increased demands on the Forest Service and the cost of manpower.

• Reduction in air pollution and improved air quality.
• Decreased biodiversity and ecosystem restoration.

• Enhanced agricultural productivity and food security.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5